Social Work Student Union

The Department of Social Work actively encourages students in the BSW and MSW programs to take an active role in their education including the development of leadership skills. Membership is available to all BSW students (including pre-majors), students minoring in Social Work, and graduate students in the MSW program. The Social Work student organization should serve for the betterment, education, and representation of themselves while gaining practical experience and providing service to the campus and community. Membership in the student organization offers the opportunity to enhance student careers through peer recognition, networking, service, and to continue education through practical experience. SWSU/GSSW is committed to conducting professional relationships in accordance with the National Association of Social Workers’ Code of Ethics and comply with the standards set forth by Western Kentucky University to maintain registered status.

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• Social Work Major
• Social Work Minor
• Admission to the Major
• Application Procedures for the Major
• Honors Students
• Scholarships
• SWSU (Social Work Student Union)
• Phi Alpha Honor Society
• Study Abroad & Global Learning
• CSWE Core Competencies
• BSW Program Mission
• BSW Student Handbook
• Orientation Materials
• BSW Information Video

• Elizabethtown/Fort Knox Regional Campus
• Glasgow Regional Campus
• Owensboro Regional Campus
• Online

• WKU Social Work Alumni Survey
• WKU Admissions
• WKU Academic & Career Development Center (Student Advising)
• WKU Tuition Rates